LEGO Unveils Official Pokémon Sets: A Major New Collaboration for Nintendo Fans
The partnership between LEGO and Nintendo continues to expand, as LEGO and The Pokémon Company have officially unveiled a highly anticipated range of LEGO Pokémon sets.
This announcement comes after months of speculation regarding how the popular Pokémon franchise would be adapted for brick form, following the creative success of previous LEGO Nintendo sets, including the interactive Super Mario series, the detailed LEGO NES console, and the immersive Animal Crossing village kits.
Now, Pokémon collectors and fans on platforms like the Nintendo Switch can look forward to a new era of buildable nostalgia. Announced via an official reveal, the inaugural wave features five distinct sets, each capturing unique elements from the beloved Pokémon series.
The LEGO Pokémon lineup reflects the evolving approach seen in Nintendo’s collaborations with LEGO—ranging from playful interactive builds to intricate display pieces for older fans.
Notably, earlier Nintendo sets such as the LEGO Great Deku Tree and the Animal Crossing village have catered to both children and adults with detailed recreations and opportunities for customization.
The Pokémon sets continue this tradition with an emphasis on both nostalgia and dynamic presentation. Among the new sets, two promotional products serve as an introduction to the collaboration.
The first is a compact Pokémon Center, designed as a straightforward yet thoughtfully crafted display piece.
Fans who accumulate 2,600 LEGO Insiders points can redeem this exclusive build.
The second promotional item is the Kanto Region Badge Collection, featuring meticulously designed LEGO versions of the eight original gym badges from Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow.
Housed in a dedicated display case, this set is only available with the purchase of the largest Pokémon kit, appealing strongly to longtime trainers who remember earning their first Boulder Badge. The main product lineup features three retail sets, balancing accessibility and a showcase of LEGO engineering.
The Eevee set offers an entry point for budget-conscious fans, providing an endearing build of the popular evolution Pokémon.
Meanwhile, the Pikachu set stands out for its dynamic design: Pikachu appears to leap from a Pokéball, and the build stands at an impressive 35 centimeters high and 39 centimeters deep, ensuring it captures the presence of the franchise’s iconic mascot. Stealing the spotlight is the largest and most ambitious set, containing nearly 7,000 pieces.
This flagship kit focuses on the original Kanto region’s starter Pokémon evolutions—Venusaur, Blastoise, and Charizard.
Each figure is integrated into a thoughtfully designed base, which represents their elemental powers with blooming flowers, crashing waves, and flowing lava.
The presentation of these three Pokémon together resonates with fans who cherish the legacy of the 1996 originals and sets a new high watermark for LEGO’s licensed collections. The LEGO and Pokémon partnership signals a new chapter for both brands, blending nostalgia, craftsmanship, and interactive play.
These sets reinforce the successful strategy that LEGO and Nintendo have established through previous collaborations, continuing to appeal to a multigenerational fanbase.
Release details and in-store availability are expected soon, with sets likely to feature on the Nintendo eShop and at official LEGO retailers.
For lifelong fans and new trainers alike, the LEGO Pokémon sets represent a celebration of Nintendo’s enduring legacy and a testament to the creative potential of both companies.
This announcement comes after months of speculation regarding how the popular Pokémon franchise would be adapted for brick form, following the creative success of previous LEGO Nintendo sets, including the interactive Super Mario series, the detailed LEGO NES console, and the immersive Animal Crossing village kits.
Now, Pokémon collectors and fans on platforms like the Nintendo Switch can look forward to a new era of buildable nostalgia. Announced via an official reveal, the inaugural wave features five distinct sets, each capturing unique elements from the beloved Pokémon series.
The LEGO Pokémon lineup reflects the evolving approach seen in Nintendo’s collaborations with LEGO—ranging from playful interactive builds to intricate display pieces for older fans.
Notably, earlier Nintendo sets such as the LEGO Great Deku Tree and the Animal Crossing village have catered to both children and adults with detailed recreations and opportunities for customization.
The Pokémon sets continue this tradition with an emphasis on both nostalgia and dynamic presentation. Among the new sets, two promotional products serve as an introduction to the collaboration.
The first is a compact Pokémon Center, designed as a straightforward yet thoughtfully crafted display piece.
Fans who accumulate 2,600 LEGO Insiders points can redeem this exclusive build.
The second promotional item is the Kanto Region Badge Collection, featuring meticulously designed LEGO versions of the eight original gym badges from Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow.
Housed in a dedicated display case, this set is only available with the purchase of the largest Pokémon kit, appealing strongly to longtime trainers who remember earning their first Boulder Badge. The main product lineup features three retail sets, balancing accessibility and a showcase of LEGO engineering.
The Eevee set offers an entry point for budget-conscious fans, providing an endearing build of the popular evolution Pokémon.
Meanwhile, the Pikachu set stands out for its dynamic design: Pikachu appears to leap from a Pokéball, and the build stands at an impressive 35 centimeters high and 39 centimeters deep, ensuring it captures the presence of the franchise’s iconic mascot. Stealing the spotlight is the largest and most ambitious set, containing nearly 7,000 pieces.
This flagship kit focuses on the original Kanto region’s starter Pokémon evolutions—Venusaur, Blastoise, and Charizard.
Each figure is integrated into a thoughtfully designed base, which represents their elemental powers with blooming flowers, crashing waves, and flowing lava.
The presentation of these three Pokémon together resonates with fans who cherish the legacy of the 1996 originals and sets a new high watermark for LEGO’s licensed collections. The LEGO and Pokémon partnership signals a new chapter for both brands, blending nostalgia, craftsmanship, and interactive play.
These sets reinforce the successful strategy that LEGO and Nintendo have established through previous collaborations, continuing to appeal to a multigenerational fanbase.
Release details and in-store availability are expected soon, with sets likely to feature on the Nintendo eShop and at official LEGO retailers.
For lifelong fans and new trainers alike, the LEGO Pokémon sets represent a celebration of Nintendo’s enduring legacy and a testament to the creative potential of both companies.
